1974 Honda Life vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Seat Alhambra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Life | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Life | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |